MAMES Improves Medicaid Coverage for Breast Pumps, Lactation Services
Midwest Association for Medical Equipment Services & Supplies (MAMES) will introduce new Medicaid coverages for lactation services & supplies in Nebraska

DULUTH, Minnesota—The Midwest Association for Medical Equipment Services and Supplies (MAMES) has increased advocation for enhanced coverage of breast pumps and lactation services in Nebraska. Working closely with the Nebraska Medicaid director, the company said it aims to implement these effective, beneficial changes. Additionally, the new coverages seek to align with other Medicaid programs in the Midwest. 


Survey of New Moms Highlights Need for Breastfeeding Support

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (August 5, 2022)—Aeroflow Breastpumps, a durable medical equipment (DME) provider specializing in helping pregnant and nursing women receive maternity and postpartum recovery items through their insurance, has announced the results of a proprietary survey designed to highlight the need for improved access to lactation services to help women achieve their breastfeeding goals.

AAHomecare Breastfeeding Coalition Calls for Better Coverage of Pump Supplies

WASHINTON, D.C. (June 14, 2022)—As parents scramble to find baby formula, insurance companies and Medicaid plans need to cover breastmilk storage bags and the breast pump replacement parts to support the increased need to breastfeed and pump, the American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare) Breastfeeding Coalition said in a statement.

Illinois Passes Legislation Exempting Breast Pumps & Supplies from Sales Tax

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (April 19, 2022)—The Illinois General Assembly has passed SB 157, a budget implementation bill that includes language exempting breast pumps and related supplies from sales tax effective July 1, 2022. The legislation is now headed to Governor JB Pritzker’s desk for signature. On Tuesday the governor tweeted his congratulations to one of the lead advocates of the measure for the passage of the bill.

Illinois Bill to Repeal Breast Pump Sales Tax Introduced

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (January 13, 2022)—A subgroup of the Breast Pump Policy Coalition has engaged lobbyists in Illinois to assist with repealing the sales tax for breast pumps. State Sen. Barbara Hernandez introduced H.B. 4234 which would allow breast pumps, breast pump collection and storage supplies, and breast pump kits to be exempt from the taxes imposed beginning on July 1, 2022.

Spectra Baby USA Celebrates 10th Anniversary

DAVIE, Fla. (December 14, 2021)—This week marks the 10th anniversary of Spectra Baby USA. Over the past decade, Spectra Baby USA has grown to become one of the largest and most recognized brands of top-performing and award-winning breast pumps and accessories. Known for its Natural Nursing Technology, Spectra leads the industry with innovative technology and is a champion for breastfeeding education and support.

Aeroflow Healthcare Grows Insurance Network

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (June 3, 2019—Aeroflow Healthcare, a provider of durable medical equipment (DME), announced partnerships with PacificSource of Oregon and BCBS CareFirst. Partnering with these two insurance carriers expands Aeroflow’s presence and ability to serve new patients throughout the United States, providing durable medical equipment products and services to the individuals who need them most to maintain a high standard of life.


Aeroflow and Stratice Healthcare Announce Partnership
The partnership will provide EHR services to customers.

ASHVILLE, NC (November 27, 2017)—With a goal to streamline the process for both suppliers and prescribers, Aeroflow Breastpumps & Urology and Stratice Healthcare are pleased to announce a joint partnership which will allow the companies to digitize orders through eOrdersPlus. This innovative process provides Aeroflow, as an in-network supplier, the ability to supply patients with all medical equipment needs via digital documentation.